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Germany sticks to 2030 coal exit target despite energy crisis

Germany said Monday it still aimed to close its coal power plants by 2030 despite reverting to the fossil fuel following an energy crisis provoked by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

read more... 21/06/2022

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Germany to require states to allocate land for wind farms

Germany's cabinet on Wednesday approved plans to require its 16 states to allocate a minimum amount of land to onshore wind farms, according to a ministry statement, as Berlin strives to meet its renewable energy targets.

read more... 16/06/2022

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(Daily 18.05.2022): EUA prices rose by 2.4% after the approval of a higher 2030 reduction target

After hitting seven-week highs on Monday, oil prices fell by 2% on Tuesday as the US could lift certain restrictions on Venezuela's government. Brent crude ended 2% lower at $114.24 a barrel on Tuesday.

read more... 18/05/2022

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EU Commission considering higher renewable energy target for 2030

The European Commission is looking to increase the EU’s renewable energy target for 2030 as part of plans due next week, which also include faster permitting rules for new projects and a solar strategy that could make rooftop solar mandatory for all new buildings, according to leaked proposals seen by EURACTIV.

read more... 12/05/2022

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EU countries edge towards deal to share out emissions-cutting efforts

European Union countries are edging towards a deal on how to share the burden of cutting greenhouse gas emissions within the EU, with states poised to accept national targets proposed by Brussels last year, according to diplomats and a draft document seen by Reuters.

read more... 22/04/2022

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